Solidworks / CAD Specialist

SolidWorks / CAD Specialist – Product Design & Technical Documentation

Company: Xico Lighting – A 3LED Group Company
Location: Woburn, MA (On-site)
Role Type: Full-Time

About Xico

Xico Lighting designs and manufactures high-performance architectural lighting solutions that blend cutting-edge optics, elegant aesthetics, and engineering precision. As part of the 3LED Group, we bring together innovative brands, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and a shared passion for excellence in lighting.

We are growing our product design capability and are seeking a highly competent, positive, and collaborative CAD professional to help bring our next generation of products to life.

Position Overview

Xico is seeking a SolidWorks / CAD Specialist with exceptional technical drawing and modeling skills to support the Product Design team. This role will focus on delivering precise technical product drawings, shop drawings, mechanical layouts, and installation diagrams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain SolidWorks 3D models, assemblies, and part files.
• Produce high-quality technical product drawings, shop drawings, and fabrication details.
• Create installation diagrams, wiring schematics, and layout drawings.
• Support prototype iteration, design intent, and manufacturability.
• Assist with BOM creation and drawing release processes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, sales, and customer support functions.
• Maintain drawing standards, templates, and part libraries.
• Support specification packages and customer submittals.
• Provide accurate drawing updates throughout product lifecycle.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years CAD experience in product design/manufacturing.
• Expert proficiency in SolidWorks (surfacing, assemblies, drafting).
• Strong understanding of mechanical design and fabrication.
• Experience with sheet metal, machined parts, and extrusions preferred.
• Ability to read and generate engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with architectural lighting or building systems a plus.
• Clear communicator, strong collaborator, highly organized.

Who You Are:

• A CAD craftsperson with pride in precision.
• Positive team player with excellent communication skills.
• Able to multitask and thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Passionate about innovation and problem-solving.

Why Join Xico / 3LED Group?

• Advanced optical and lighting technologies.
• Dynamic, entrepreneurial culture.
• In-house manufacturing and prototyping.
• Opportunity for growth and impact.

Designing Light That Moves People. At Xico Lighting, we don’t just build lighting — we craft experiences that elevate how people see, feel, and perform. We believe that light is one of the most powerful tools in architecture, and our mission is to push the boundaries of what’s possible with precision-engineered, beautifully designed, human-centric lighting systems.We’re a team of designers, engineers, and makers united by a shared obsession: making light work smarter, look better, and feel more natural. From our breakthrough circadian technologies to our architectural-grade linear systems, everything we build is designed with intention — to bring elegance, simplicity, and performance to modern spaces.We work fast, think rigorously, and execute with craft. Our culture is built on curiosity, respect, and the belief that great ideas can come from anywhere. We believe in empowering talent — giving people the tools, trust, and autonomy to own their impact.